<p></p><h2><b>The Second Moving Forward Together Principle is:</b></h2><p><b>Build a simplified transfer based network.</b><br></p><p>A network design with increased reliance on transfers can simplify the network and make it easier for existing and potential riders to understand. It also can reduce the average length of routes in the network, which can improve service reliability. </p><p>Transfers work best at locations where a number of routes can connect with each other to accommodate travel made from a diverse set of passenger trip origins to a diverse set of passenger destinations. They are also commonly used to provide connections between low demand areas and high ridership services in major transportation corridors.</p><p> </p><p>Where there is a high demand between one part of the network and a particular destination, a direct “single seat” trip can be provided. Such services, for example downtown-oriented trips during weekday peak periods, are attractive to passengers and make efficient use of bus and operator resources.</p> <p>The draft Moving Forward Together Plan strikes a balance by providing direct trips (without transfers) and transfer-based trips where appropriate.</p><p>Within major transportation corridors and to/from areas of high demand, direct trips are provided. Whereas more dispersed travel patterns are accommodated through transfer-based trips.</p><p><b><b>This principle is reflected in the plan by: </b></b></p><p></p><ul> <li>Facilitating Transfers </li> <li>Making the Network Easier to Understand<br> </li> <li>Improving Passenger Amenities</li> </ul><div> <b>Have we met this principle? Tell us what you think below.</b><br> </div>